Belief and resolve as Sudan face Senegal in AFCON knockout test

Sudan head into their TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 Round of 16 clash against Senegal carrying belief, national pride and the weight of a historic opportunity. The Falcons of Jediane qualified for the knockout stage for the first time since 2012 after finishing among the best third-placed teams in the group […]

AFCON 2025: A new chapter for Tanzania against seasoned hosts Morocco in Round of 16

Hosts Morocco will be looking to maintain their dominance over Tanzania when the two sides clash in a high-stakes Round of 16 encounter at the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025. The match will be played on 4 January at the Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah, with kick-off scheduled for 17h00 local […]

Museveni Commissions Victoria Sugar Factory in Luweero

[Nile Post] President Museveni has commissioned the Victoria Sugar Limited factory in Luwero District.

Uganda Bets On Agro-Industry and Fiscal Discipline to Expand Growth

[Independent (Kampala)] The World Bank projects that poverty will keep falling through 2026 and 2027, extending a trend that resumed as growth picked up

SPA Peace Rugambwa: The Strategist Redefining Mobilisation in Southwestern Uganda

Peace Rugambwa,Special Presidencial Advisor on Agriculture and Local People/ Courtsey PhotoIn southwestern Uganda, a quiet but consequential political shift is underway. It is not announced by convoys or loud processions, nor is it carried by fleeting slogans or one‑day rallies. Instead, it moves deliberately from homestead to homestead, from household to household, restoring an old but powerful political truth: that elections are won not by noise alone, but by presence, persuasion, and personal contact. At the centre of this shift stands Peace Rugambwa. With the launch of an extensive door‑to‑door mobilisation campaign for President Yoweri Museveni and all NRM party […]

Apostle Grace Lubega Prays for Peaceful Elections, Salvation At Phaneroo New Year Prayers

[Nile Post] +Apostle Grace Lubega has urged believers and the wider Ugandan public to pray for peaceful elections and to make responsible leadership choices as the country prepares for the 2026 electoral season.

Kyagwe Chief, Religious Leaders Call for Peace Ahead of Elections

[Nile Post] Religious leaders have urged Ugandans to uphold peace, love, and unity as the country approaches the general elections amid rising political tensions.

Kariisa Family, Community Mark New Year With Prayers and Legacy Projects in Ntungamo

[Nile Post] The Kariisa family, together with Salam Charity and members of the local community, welcomed the New Year with prayers and a family reunion at their home in Ruhaama, Ntungamo District, marking the start of 2026 with reflection, remembrance, and community support.

Bireete Charged with Unlawful Disclosure of Voter Data

Zohran Mamdani Salutes Kampala in Historic New York Mayoral Acceptance Speech

The Annual Lies We Tell Ourselves: A Ugandan New Year Tale

Every year, Ugandans enter the New Year with fresh hope, clean notebooks, and the same old lies. At exactly 12:01am on January 1st, after shouting "Happy New Year!" and forwarding at least 27 WhatsApp messages that say "This year will favour us", people sit quietly and make serious resolutions. Serious ones. Life-changing ones. Ones that […] The post The Annual Lies We Tell Ourselves: A Ugandan New Year Tale first appeared on Matooke Republic.

No More Caning of Wrongdoers - Museveni Tells Police

[Nile Post] President Museveni has directed security agencies, especially police to drop the habit of beating wrongdoers, an act he said is barbaric.

Ban Tuk-Tuks From Northern Bypass Before They Cause a Preventable Tragedy

[Nile Post] The Northern Bypass was built to function as a high-speed urban corridor, allowing traffic to flow smoothly around Kampala without the congestion and unpredictability of city streets. Its engineering, from sweeping curves to elevated interchanges, assumes that vehicles using it can maintain steady speeds and respond predictably to traffic conditions.

How Digital Literacy Is Leveling the Field for the Visually Impaired in Uganda

[Nile Post] The digital age promises unprecedented access and opportunity, yet for many visually impaired individuals, the gap between potential and reality remains wide.

Religious Leaders Urge Calm and Peace Ahead of 2026 General Elections in Ibanda

[Nile Post] Religious leaders in Ibanda District have urged the public and security agencies to prioritise peace and unity as Uganda heads into the 2026 general elections, cautioning against violence and political intolerance.

Museveni Hails Prophet David Isanga for Prioritisng Wealth, Job Creation Among Believers

[Nile Post] President Museveni has commended Prophet David Isanga, the overseer and spiritual leader of the Universal Apostles Fellowship Church of Righteousness, for prioritising the message of wealth and job creation in his ministry.

GolfSixes League shines in Fort Portal as junior golf continues to grow in Uganda

The GolfSixes League has continued to underline its status as one of the most impactful international junior golf development initiatives, following a successful national finale held at Toro Golf Club in Fort Portal. The event, organised by the Uganda Golf Union (UGU) in partnership with The R&A and AFRIYEA Golf Academy, attracted young golfers from […]

Boda Boda Rider Murdered, Motorcycle Stolen in Kamuli

[Nile Post] A 30-year-old boda boda rider has been murdered and his motorcycle stolen in Kamuli Municipality, in what Police believe was a case of aggravated robbery carried out under the cover of darkness, adding to growing fears over night-time attacks targeting riders in the district.

Katikkiro Mayiga Urges Married Couples to Embrace Responsibility

[Nile Post] The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged married couples to fulfill their responsibilities without making excuses, noting that doing so helps prevent misunderstandings and promotes happiness in marriage.

Gold Mine Pit Collapse Kills One, Injures Three in Kassanda

[Nile Post] Police in Kassanda District have launched investigations into a mining accident that claimed one life and left three others seriously injured after a gold pit collapsed on Tuesday morning.